EVELYN G. FIGUEROA GARCÍA
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Bilingual teacher with experience in creating and implementing engaging lesson plans for diverse classrooms. Strong skills in differentiating instruction based on student needs and fostering a positive learning environment. Proven ability to enhance students' language proficiency while nurturing cultural awareness. Made significant contributions to previous schools by improving overall bilingual education standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Teacher
Alexander Mitchell Integrated Arts School
Milwaukee, WI
08.2018 - Current
- Kindergarten and first grade teaching.
- Planned and implemented lesson plans in Spanish to promote student understanding of language, culture and history.
- Assisted English learners with developing their English language proficiency while maintaining their native language fluency.
- Utilized various teaching methods including audio and visual aids, worksheets, games and songs to engage students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop integrated lessons.
- Encouraged student participation through pair work and individual projects.
- Implemented behavior management techniques that promoted positive interactions among students.
- Attended professional development workshops related to bilingual education best practices.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, homework completion and test scores.
- Participated in school events such as Open House nights or Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Paraprofessional
Alexander Mitchell Integrated Arts School
Milwaukee, WI
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
Kindergarten teacher
Colegio Calados
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs
- Improved student's analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies
- Collaborated with a team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help
- Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest
- Operated summer camp for children aged 3 to 12 years old and handled all aspects of planning curriculum and activities
- Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through integration of creative roleplaying exercises
Teaching practice
Escuela María Bas de Vázquez
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a math lessons
- Developed program to work with students and increase interest in math lessons
- Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
Education
MBA - Curriculum, Instruction and Educational Technology
Nova Southeastern University - San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.2016
BBA - Preschool and Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico - Bayamón, Puerto Rico
01.2014
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Individualized Learning
- Technology Integration
- Cultural Awareness
- Student Motivation
- Peer Collaboration
- Bilingual (Spanish-English)
Certification
- Teacher - Lifetime License
Early Childhood Education (PK - Grade 3)
Elementary/Middle Level Education (KG - Grade 6)
Accomplishments
- Educator of the Year WIABE 2024
Timeline
Bilingual Teacher
Alexander Mitchell Integrated Arts School
08.2018 - Current
Paraprofessional
Alexander Mitchell Integrated Arts School
08.2017 - 06.2018
Kindergarten teacher
Colegio Calados
08.2014 - 06.2017
Teaching practice
Escuela María Bas de Vázquez
01.2014 - 05.2014
MBA - Curriculum, Instruction and Educational Technology
Nova Southeastern University - San Juan, Puerto Rico
BBA - Preschool and Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico - Bayamón, Puerto Rico